Bhumi Yoga - Ashtanga Yoga School Groningen

It’s been a little over 5 months since I started practicing with Maxi and the journey of learning from her so far has been insightful and integrated. Her embodied presence and gentle way of guiding through the asanas, unburden the general intimidation around Mysore style and make the process enriching and meaningful. I particularly admire not just her vast knowledge and understanding of Ashtanga but also how she imparts that wisdom with utmost care and attention. Without hesitation, I would recommend Bhumi Yoga to anyone who is seeking a path toward physical strength and mental peace.

I enjoy going to Maxi's shala. Learning the mysore exercises gives me great satisfaction. Receiving individual instructions took some getting used to, but I wouldn't have it any other way now. Maxi intuitively fits well with my pace and way of learning. This gives me confidence in my own abilities. The atmosphere in the shala is very pleasant. I feel welcome.

Fantastic!
I had a wonderful retreat. Maxi is such a inspiring teacher. She can really show you the subtle layers of yoga. I would definitely recommend a workshop, lesson or retreat with Bhumi yoga.

A wonderful place to practice Ashtanga yoga, I can’t recommend it enough. I’ve been practicing for almost a year now and I notice much more calm and centeredness in my yoga practice but also my daily life. Maxi is a great teacher and the Mysore style means that you always get personal attention and adjustments. Highly recommended!

In my experience, Maxi is a warm, loving and highly experienced teacher!
I have one missing hand and chronic back pain, yet Maxi was able to adjust the practice according to my individual needs and help me with my back pain. She seems to have an intuitive feeling which ables her to bring everyone deeper into the sacred practice of Ashtanga Yoga who is willing to challenge him or herself.
Thank you Maxi for everything!

Beautiful resort in a wonderful location. Amazing food and a special experience with lots of attention for your personal needs/practice. Highly recommend this resort for students with an established practice or those keen to explore it.

I am so thankful to have found such a wonderful place to practice while I was visiting Groningen for 3 weeks. Maxi and Paul are both excellent teachers who supported my practice with love and kindness. Any level of student will feel welcomed to Bhumi Yoga and I would highly recommend attending class with them.

It has been great to discover Ashtanga yoga with Maxi in this studio. When signing up for a immersion course, I had no idea how much it will change my attitude towards the practice and myself. I have been able to connect to my own being a bit more and sometimes I have taken the knowledge of yoga out of the mat. Maxi is a passionate teacher who makes the practice fit every person's needs. She manages to keep on track with everyone and help you just when you need it! It is a yoga school with an extremely personal approach, which makes yoga something that can be part of anyone's life - when they want it!

Maxi is an excellent teacher who lives yoga! From the very first class you can notice how she respects your practice and she teaches you to respect it and love it as well. Her style is very much focused on your individual capabilities and improvements. I am sure that after the experience with Maxi you will become more interested in the different aspects of yoga because of Maxi's diverse knowledge and dedication to yoga living philosophy.

What I really like about Bhumi Yoga is the personal guidance and attention. In my crazy busy life this shala brings me peace and quietness and gives me space to really be aware of my body and how it feels in my own pace. Maxi and her assisting teachers make a great team, really love this place and I was glad I found it :)

I started practicing at Bhumi Yoga early 2020 after an episode of lower back issues. I had no prior yoga experience and was not flexible at all. Surprisingly I felt at home there from day 1. I'm a regular practitioner since. I practice 2-4 times per week from 7 AM. After practice I feel energised, focussed and relaxed at the same time so the ideal way to start a busy day.

Ashtanga intrigues me because of its tradition. I like that you practice in a group with everyone doing their own practice. You learn a sequence that you can practice anywhere on your own. Maxi and the team of teachers are great and give the personalised guidance and adjustments you need in every practice. I value that there is no pressure to perform. Everybody acts and is treated as a practitioner. A sense of community is not easily created, this is a big strength.

Besides the physical benefits of a regular yoga practice (i.e. less back issues, better posture) I also experience some positive mental effects (i.e. becoming more aware of behaviours like consuming more than you need).

So I can highly recommend Bhumi Yoga to anyone with a learning attitude that is willing to put in the time and effort to practice and receive all the benefits in return.

Practicing at Ashtanga Yoga School Groningen has been the most amazing experience. The school is the perfect environment to practice, with amazing facilities and a very peaceful energy. Maxi is very knowledgeable, thoughtful and is acutely aware of everyone’s individual body and consciously adapts your practice accordingly. Maxi provides the perfect environment to delve into the experiential practice of yoga. I highly, highly recommend the school for any beginner or advance practitioner!

At Bhumi Yoga I found out that yoga really is for everyone. It is liberating to not try to achieve the most extravagant poses, but to start at where you are today, only to find a week later, you are progressing.

Maxi really has been a terrific guide during my short yoga journey. She has a lovely energy and, always seems to know just what you need in every pose. With a full classroom that is pretty impressive. To 'multi task' like that and still have a soothing energy. I don't think I'll ever get it.

One of the best yoga places I am visiting now for more than 3 years. From beginner to yoga teacher, everybody gets a warm welcome. I value most:
● The energy - when being at Bhumi Yoga there is a sense of an energetic and mental homecoming.
● The perfected adjustments.
● The consistent schedule - there is always a time for me to do my practice at Bhumi Yoga.
● The clear instructions, which is really important to make progress.

Practicing at Bhumi Yoga I learned to go steady, to let my body adjust to the practice and have patience. Ashtanga has also improved my meditation practice, I am much more aware of my mind now. Physically, there is also a lot of progress. I feel much more aware of my breath, drsti and bandhas. And people that know me and my yoga practice for a long time, have commented on the physical progress I have made since I started practicing ashtanga yoga.

As a newcomer to ashtanga yoga I didn't know what to expect from a mysore class, but Maxi makes you feel immediately at home. Even in larger groups there is always enough time and attention for adjustments and tips. The atmosphere is great and I really like the personal approach. Maxi is an amazing teacher! I would recommend this yoga studio to anyone who is curious about ashtanga yoga.

Maxi is the most kind, compassionate and passionate teacher. She manages to recognize and help everyone with their specific needs but also creates a strong sense of community for all yogis.
Even though the Mysore style might seem a bit intimidating at first, give it a try! It really helps you to move forward in your own pace and become more accepting of your body and yourself in general :) I found the beginner's immersion especially helpful to overcome the first barrier and start building your own practice!

A really good place. Maxi is an excellent Mysore style teacher; you will never feel left alone in the class, even when it's full. She is very attentive to her students; makes sure that everyone is welcomed and greeted, and always helps the practitioners to adjust their practice according to their physical needs.

The studio has a great atmosphere to it, is just spacious enough, and is very well equipped. It just feels good to be there. If you have a subscription, you can use certain hours of the day for practicing on your own, which is a great option if you live close by.

There are regular month-long immersions at the studio. I've taken one and I found it to be a perfect way to start a proper ashtanga practice. You get to take as many classes as you want for a month, and on top of that there are extra workshops to learn the foundations. An amazingly good deal, also in terms of cost.

Recently, I followed the End of Year Special workshop at Bhumi Yoga which was truly a wonderful experience. Since it was such a crazy year, I wanted to spark my thinking on what I want to bring into the new year. The practice was very accessible and (as always) taught with a lot of personal attention. Moreover, Maxi guided us through breath exercises and meditation, which I found to be very grounding and relaxing. You can incorporate the practices you learn easily into your daily life, which is very nice if you have a busy schedule. I would recommend it to anyone who wishes to end the year looking inside, and start the new year feeling supported and focused! <3

Ashtanga Yoga Groningen is a beutiful shala, has an amazing environment and also it’s teacher Maxi is really great! She helps your practice evolve no matter the experience you have.
If you have the curiosity to practice yoga this is an excelent place for start loving Yoga!

Maxi is a wonderful teacher. She has great eye for individual practitioner's needs. Therefore, no matter where you are at in your practice, she will help you to get the most out of it. She knows about yoga, about body, mind and breath. She creates a warm and cozy atmosphere in her classes, I like how we drink a cup of tea and chat together (lovely international and diverse group) after class.